Public hearing procedure compliance (CDC 99.170)
Summary
A remote speaker said the city failed to mail her notices of the Planning Commission decision and this hearing, published the agenda only six days ahead, and couldn't accommodate her wheelchair access to review the record.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
The direct cost isn’t spelled out, but hiring an independent hearings officer can add expense while possibly reducing the risk and cost of appeals.
Residents who testify at hearings, if procedures are clarified and corrected.
Participants who weren't properly noticed may be shut out of meaningful involvement.
Mentions & discussions (3)
OPINION: Why West Linn is using an independent hearings officer for Tannler Drive decision
OPINION: Why West Linn is using an independent hearings officer for Tannler Drive decision West Linn Tidings
Planning Commission Meeting - Aug 26, 2026
A resident read a letter arguing the city wrongly disallowed a testifier's question at the August 10 hearing and should acknowledge the error and apologize.
Hearings Officer Appeal of the Planning Commission’s approval of the City of West Linn Operations Center - May 27, 2026
A remote speaker said the city failed to mail her notices of the Planning Commission decision and this hearing, published the agenda only six days ahead, and couldn't accommodate her wheelchair access to review the record.
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